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WHAT DOES A SMART

RELAUNCH LOOK LIKE?

A successful relaunch in the Greater Lansing region will balance the needs of employers, employees,
residents, and visitors by:

1 ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES TO SUPPORT THE SAFE 4 ESTABLISHING CONFIDENCE IN VISITORS
REOPENING OF BUSINESSES ACROSS MULTIPLE
THAT OUR REGION HAS TAKEN NECESSARY
INDUSTRY SECTORS PRECAUTIONS TO LIMIT EXPOSURE TO COVID-19

2 CREATING A WORKPLACE THAT PROTECTS THE 5 UNDERSTANDING THE ECONOMIC WELLBEING OF
OUR LOCAL COMMUNITIES
PHYSICAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OF EMPLOYEES

3 BUILDING A PLACE OF BUSINESS THAT PROVIDES
BEST PRACTICES IN PROTECTING THE SAFETY OF
CUSTOMERS

A successful relaunch will capitalize on our region’s unique strengths, and work to ensure dollars are spent at local
businesses and kept in the local economy. As our region goes back to work, flexibility and forethought will be critical.
Organizations will need to plan carefully and be prepared to capitalize on the new opportunities and challenges ahead.
Displaced workers will need new training and entrepreneurial resources to advance toward a brighter future.

Together, we will pursue a common purpose — a robust mid-Michigan economy that is built to last.

WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES WHILE
SOCIAL DISTANCING

• SHOP ONLINE: Many local businesses have an online presence and can mail your items.
• SHOP OVER THE PHONE: An easy way to find out if your desired items are available and your
items can be mailed or you or picked up at a later date.
• BUY A GIFT CARD: It’s a great time to stock up on gift cards for future gift-giving opportunities.
• ORDER OUT: If you’re feeling well but weary of being in public, order take-out or delivery from
your favorite restaurant.
• LEAVE A REVIEW: Show your love online for your favorite shopping and dining establishments.
• LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE: Be sure to like your local businesses’ social media channels and subscribe
to their email lists to stay up-to-date on their events.

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